The Missing Link

Review Score: (6/10)
For those who don't know the story, Heart had a nasty falling out with their original record label, Mushroom Records. The band lost legal control of material that had been already recorded for their second album, which Mushroom later filled out with some live recordings and what's essentially a demo, and released it as "Magazine".

Due to it's bizarre genesis, the disk feels disjointed and uneven, but most of the individual tracks themselves are quite good, particularly "Heartless" and the title track. "Here Song" is interesting, too; it was recorded by Ann and Nancy two years before Heart even existed. The live tracks are interesting as well, showcasing the band's dynamic, high-energy live performances.

If you're a serious Heart fan, this disc is a must, warts and all.

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• SOMEBODY REMASTER THIS, PLEASE
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• Pee--Uww !!!
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• Short but sweet
• Could Have Been Better
• Underrated!!
• Vinyl Collector's Item
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• THIS ONE AIN'T SO BAD